When it comes to the best small-town restaurants, it’s hard to beat Whistle Stop Cafe in Texas. Not only is the atmosphere quirky and nostalgic, but the food is so good that you’ll want to order one of everything on the menu! Whatever you do, don’t even think about leaving without trying the world-famous pie. Come along with me to savor all the menu items at one of the best roadside restaurants in Texas.

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Wanna glimpse inside this tiny restaurant in Texas? Check out this fascinating YouTube video by Texas Country Reporter as he enjoys a delicious meal at this beloved local gem.

Visit the Whistle Stop Cafe website for more information, including current hours and a full menu.

So, have you ever eaten at this local hidden gem? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for a nearby 3-story bookstore that bibliophiles will love wandering through. Or here are some cool things to do in Decatur that we recommend.

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RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS & RELATED INFO

What are some more small-town restaurants in Texas?
If you’re searching for more small-town restaurants in Texas, then we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the best local gems that we recommend: 

  • Across the Street Bistro, Corsicana,
  • Bevo's Drive In, Vernon
  • Blue Bonnet Cafe, Marble Falls
  • Pody's BBQ, Pecos
  • Old Montgomery Steakhouse, Montgomery
  • Mary's Cafe, Strawn
  • Country Tavern Bar-B-Que, Kilgore
  • Underwood's Cafeteria, Brownwood
  • Woerner's Warehouse Cafe + Catering, Fredericksburg
  • Loco Coyote Grill, Glen Rose


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small-town restaurants in Texas

What are the best steakhouse restaurants in Texas?
Of course, we have the best steakhouse restaurants in Texas, and here are 10 that you must try for yourself: 

  • Perini Ranch Steakhouse, Buffalo Gap
  • Cattlemen's Steak House, Multiple Locations
  • Killen's Steakhouse, Pearland
  • Bob's Steak and Chop House, Multiple Locations
  • Pappas Bros., Dallas/Houston
  • Brenner's Steakhouse, Houston
  • Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse, Houston
  • The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery, Amarillo
  • Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood, San Antonio
  • Texas, Richardson


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best steakhouses in Texas

What are the best roadside attractions in Texas?
It is no surprise that we have lots of roadside attractions in Texas, and here are some of the best ones that are worth visiting: 

  • Stonehenge & Eiffel Tower
  • World's Largest Cowboy Boots
  • Giant Dalmatian Fire Hydrant
  • Big Tamale Statue
  • World's Largest Killer Bee
  • Glenn Goode's Big People
  • Public Bathroom With See-Through Walls
  • Giant Freak Armadillo
  • World's Largest Caterpillar
  • Slug Bug Ranch


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roadside attractions in Texas.